American Cruise Lines is the leader in small ship cruising! Carrying up to 180 maximum depending on the vessel, all of the small ships are able to easily navigate America's smooth, inland waterways and dock in the heart of each charming port. From Maine to Florida, the itineraries are designed to allow passengers to experience intimately each area's local culture, fascinating history and natural splendor.
Unsurpassed personal attention and intimate ambience make American Cruise Lines the leader in small ship cruising. The all-American crew is friendly, polite and eager to pamper you. Highly skilled chefs treat passengers to delectable feasts, masterfully prepared with the utmost in care and quality, highlighting the flavors of the local regions.
Refreshingly casual, flexible and unregimented - American Cruise Lines provides an intimate ambience conducive to camaraderie. Curl up with a book in the library, chat with new friends in one of the lounges, or watch the passing scenery from one of the open observation decks.
Each night, passengers relive the day's adventures over complimentary cocktails and hors d'oeuvres before dinner.
American Constellation
The American Constellation is the latest small coastal cruise ship from American Cruise Lines. Uniquely designed to navigate the inland waterways of the Ea…
The newly-announced American Constitution is scheduled to begin cruising the East Coast in spring of 2018. With a capacity of 175 passengers, the American …
At a capacity of just 109 guests, American Eagle offers the best qualities of expedition adventure cruising with the refinement, luxury, stability, and lan…
American Glory blends the best qualities of expedition adventure cruising with the refinement, luxury, stability, and land proximity of river cruising. Obs…
Coming in 2019, American Harmony, the second in a new series of modern riverboats, will make its debut on the Lower Mississippi River. Like her sister ship…
Built in 2015, American Heritage, formerly Queen of the Mississippi, will receive a total ship redesign in time for the 2022 cruise season.
From the sta…
American Cruise Lines is proud to introduce the Independence, the newest addition to the ACL fleet. While the passenger capacity will be the same as the Am…
American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce the continuation of our modern riverboat series. American Jazz will begin its inaugural season on the Lower Mi…
The fourth in our series of Coastal Cats, American Legend, continues to provide guests with the perfect blend of adventure and comfort.
Like her sister …
At a capacity of just 100 guests, American Liberty offers the best qualities of expedition adventure cruising with the refinement, luxury, stability, and l…
American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce the newest ship in our revolutionary series of modern riverboat series. American Melody will begin its inaugur…
American Pride (previously Queen of the Mississippi) offers an unparalleled experience never before available on the Columbia and Snake Rivers. Aboard Amer…
American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce American Serenade, one of the newest ships in our revolutionary American riverboat series. The overture to Ame…
With a capacity of 190 guests, the new line of modern riverboats from American Cruise Lines were developed to exceed all guest expectations. Carefully craf…
Small ship cruising with American Cruise Lines is not like cruising on a mega-ship for days on the open sea. Small ships, like the American Spirit provide …
In 2022, American Splendor, formerly America, will receive a total redesign, allowing our guests to experience the nostalgia of classic paddlewheeler trave…
American Star entered service in June 2007. Similar to the American Spirit, it will offer guests the same unique style of cruising that has become the hall…
The 180-passenger American Symphony introduces an updated modern interior design, integrating an elegant and refined aesthetic with our tradition for the s…
A veteran of the Columbia and Snake Rivers, American West, formerly Queen of the West, will receive a total redesign, allowing our guests to experience the…